Massage Therapy Licensing program

Now enrolling for August 2026

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Now enrolling for August 2026 〰️

About the Program

The Fenton Massage Therapy Institute, LLC (FMTI) offers a 775 hour Massage Therapy Certification Program that exceeds Michigan’s licensing requirements. Our mission is to educate, inspire, and empower future massage therapists through compassionate, science-based instruction and hands-on clinical experience. Students learn to integrate professional technique, anatomy, pathology, ethics, and business knowledge to prepare for the Massage & Bodywork Licensing Examination (MBLEx) and Michigan licensure.

Program Highlights

● 775 clock hours of professional training

● Reverse learning model: Online Study + In-person Instruction reinforcing curriculum

● Supervised clinical hours at Fenton Massage & Skin Company, LLC available at both locations

● Small class sizes for personalized instruction now at two locations: Fenton & Clio

● Licensed instructors

● Preparation for MBLEx and Michigan state licensure

  • Total Program Cost: $3,900

    (includes tuition, materials, and registration fees) Flexible payment plans are available for all students!

  • ● 18 years of age, or 17 and a high school senior on track to graduate

    ● High school diploma, GED, or proof of expected graduation

    ● Completed application and admissions interview

    ● Government-issued photo ID

    FMTI welcomes students from all backgrounds and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, disability, or orientation.

    • Anatomy & Physiology -125

    • Foundations of Massage therapy - 75

    • Kinesiology & Physiology - 50

    • Pathology - 55

    • Massage Theory & Technique - 175

    • Student Clinic/Supervised Practice - 125

    • Ethics, Law, Business Development & Professional Practice - 40

    • Client Assessment, Intake, & SOAP Documentation - 35

    • Specialized Modalities & Introduction Courses - 50

    • MBLEX Prep, Review, & Final Assessments - 45

    Total Hours 775

  • Upon completion of the 775 hour program, graduates will:

    1. Receive a Certificate of Completion in Massage Therapy.

    2. Be eligible to sit for the Massage & Bodywork Licensing Examination (MBLEx).

    3. Apply for Michigan Massage Therapy Licensure through LARA.

    Graduates may pursue careers in spas, medical settings, private practice, or wellness centers.

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